Politics

West Bengal By-Polls Set to Test Parties' Appeal Among Minority Voters

The upcoming assembly by‑elections in West Bengal are being closely watched as a barometer of how political parties are resonating with minority communities.

16 Sep 2026

JD(U) urges caution on Uniform Civil Code, will study bill before deciding

The Janata Dal (United) said it will not rush into a decision on the Uniform Civil Code and will first examine the proposed legislation.

16 Sep 2026

Bihar Deputy CM says JD(U) will not oppose UCC if provisions are satisfactory

The Bihar Deputy Chief Minister stated that the Janata Dal (United) will not oppose the Uniform Civil Code provided its provisions meet the party's expectations.

16 Sep 2026

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis urges Maratha protesters to avoid disruption during Ganeshotsav 2026 as Manoj Jarange reaches Mumbai

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appealed to Maratha protesters to keep Ganeshotsav celebrations disturbance‑free, while Maratha leader Manoj Jarange travelled to Mumbai.

16 Sep 2026

Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis urges peaceful Ganeshotsav amid Maratha quota protests

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the ongoing Maratha quota agitation must not disturb Ganeshotsav celebrations, urging calm and order.

16 Sep 2026

Shiv Sena Endorses Shah’s Position on Uniform Civil Code

Shiv Sena has publicly backed Union Minister Shah’s stance on the Uniform Civil Code, signaling a rare alignment with the central government on the contentious issue. The party’s endorsement could influence the debate in Maharashtra’s legislative assembly.

16 Sep 2026

BJP allegedly forging secret pact with AIUDF over fear of Congress win in Assam bypoll, says Gaurav Gogoi

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi claimed the BJP is negotiating a covert alliance with the AIUDF to counter a possible Congress victory in an Assam by‑election.

16 Sep 2026

Ganesh Chettri Sworn In as Chairperson of Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission

Ganesh Chettri took oath today as the new chairperson of the Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission, signalling a leadership shift in the state's power sector.

16 Sep 2026

Sikkim CM calls on engineers to prioritize sustainable, people‑centric projects

The Chief Minister of Sikkim urged the state’s engineering community to focus on development initiatives that are environmentally sustainable and centered on local needs.

16 Sep 2026

Nine candidates file nominations for three vacant Raisen district panchayat wards

The nomination process for by‑elections to fill three vacant ward seats in Raisen’s district panchayat has concluded, with nine aspirants filing papers. A verification of the nomination forms is scheduled for 18 September.

16 Sep 2026

Congress, AAP and Akali Dal Vie for Guru Har Sahai Ahead of 2027 Punjab Assembly Polls

Political activity has surged in the Guru Har Sahai constituency as Congress, AAP and Akali Dal gear up for the 2027 Punjab assembly elections, with electricity, water and sewage issues dominating the agenda.

16 Sep 2026

Punjab 2027 Elections: Voters to Decide Between 2022 Shift or Legacy

Punjab’s upcoming 2027 elections will test whether voters repeat the 2022 shift or return to legacy politics, with personal voter bases under scrutiny.

16 Sep 2026